Easy Festive Gingerbread Waffles
Easy Festive Gingerbread Waffles are soft and fluffy waffles infused with warm gingerbread spices, perfect for holiday mornings or any cozy breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, then whisk in buttermilk, molasses, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Lightly grease waffle iron and pour batter onto hot iron, using enough to cover the waffle grid.
- Cook waffles until crisp and golden brown, about 4-5 minutes, depending on your waffle iron.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For dairy-free option, substitute buttermilk with almond milk mixed with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and use vegan butter.
- Add chopped crystallized ginger or nuts to batter for extra texture.
- Waffles can be frozen and reheated in a toaster for quick breakfasts.